Best 8 Spiced Turkey Chili With Spaghetti Squash Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with this tantalizing spiced turkey chili paired with spaghetti squash, a nutritious and flavorful combination that promises a satisfying and wholesome meal. This recipe tantalizes taste buds with an array of spices, juicy ground turkey, and a hearty blend of vegetables. Roasted spaghetti squash serves as a delicious and healthy low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, making this dish a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals seeking a satisfying and balanced meal.

The culinary adventure doesn't stop there. This article also offers a delightful twist on a classic with a vegetarian chili recipe that showcases the versatility of this dish. With a symphony of colorful vegetables, beans, and a rich tomato broth, this vegetarian chili is a symphony of flavors, perfect for those seeking a meatless yet equally satisfying meal.

For those looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, the article unveils a speedy turkey chili recipe that utilizes pre-cooked ground turkey, making it a breeze to prepare. This recipe delivers a comforting and flavorful chili in no time, catering to busy individuals who crave a hearty and satisfying meal without sacrificing taste.

Embark on a culinary expedition with this trio of chili recipes, each offering a unique taste experience. Indulge in the classic spiced turkey chili with spaghetti squash, savor the wholesome vegetarian chili, or relish the convenience of the speedy turkey chili. No matter your preference, these chili recipes are sure to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND TURKEY CHILI



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This recipe captures many of the traditional flavors of chili, but boosts its texture, color and vitamins. We've used protein-rich black beans, lean ground turkey and sweet butternut squash, as well adding some unexpected crunch and thickening power with chia seeds.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound 99 percent fat-free ground turkey
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons tomato paste
Kosher salt
1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3 1/2 cups)
4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped
Two 14-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup chia seeds
Freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat in a large Dutch oven. Add the turkey and cook, breaking up chunks with the side of a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Push the turkey to the edges of the pan, leaving the middle empty. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, then the onion and garlic to the center of the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and coriander and stir about 30 seconds. Add the tomato paste and 1 teaspoon salt and stir until the paste begins to darken in color, about 30 seconds. Then add the squash, tomatoes and 4 cups water, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any stuck bits. Bring to a simmer, adjust the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the chili has thickened and the squash is tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Stir the beans and chia seeds into the chili and heat through, about 5 minutes. Season with an additional 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then taste the chili and stir in up to 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Spoon the chili into bowls and top each bowl with cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 55 milligrams, Sodium 770 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 7 grams

SPAGHETTI WITH QUICK TURKEY CHILI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated
4 scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 pound ground turkey
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 14-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons ketchup
Hot sauce, to taste
8 ounces spaghetti
Shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the scallion whites and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste and chili powder and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is brick red, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the turkey and stir, breaking up the meat, until almost cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the chicken broth, beans and ketchup; bring to a simmer and cook until the chili is slightly thickened but still soupy, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in the scallion greens and hot sauce.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs, then drain. Divide among bowls and top with the chili, cheese and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 78 milligrams, Sodium 451 milligrams, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 38 grams

TURKEY CHILI WITH SQUASH



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Craving a hearty, meaty chili that'll feed the whole family while keeping calories in check? This one-pot recipe ticks all the boxes! With the extra-lean turkey, poblano chiles and winter squash, this chili has some "super" ingredients, which meld perfectly with the warming chili spices, tomatoes and beans-Texas chili purists, this isn't what you'd call traditional, but we bet you'll still love it! Even better, using extra-lean turkey means you can skip the step of draining your pan after browning the meat, streamlining your cooking for a meal that's done in under an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 lb ground turkey (at least 93% lean)
1 cup chopped onions
1 medium poblano chile, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 cups cubed butternut squash
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook turkey, onions and chile in oil 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until turkey is no longer pink. Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook about 1 minute or until fragrant. Add broth, squash, beans and tomatoes. Increase heat to high; heat to boiling. Cover; reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

QUICK AND SPICY SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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This one is good, try it!

Provided by Scott Davis

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat the inside of squash with about 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 30 minutes. Cool squash for 10 minutes.
  • Shred the inside of squash with a fork and transfer to a bowl. Add remaining olive oil, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to shredded squash and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 70.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

TURKEY CHILI WITH PASTA



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Some may call it witches' stew, but we think this hearty chili is the ultimate comfort food. It's a perfect warmer on chilly autumn nights. -Pat Schmeling, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (20 ounces) lean ground turkey
3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) V8 juice
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, thinly sliced green onions and ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the turkey, celery, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add the juices, tomato sauce, brown sugar, seasonings and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Add beans and macaroni to turkey mixture; heat through. Discard bay leaf before serving. Garnish servings with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 987mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY TURKEY CHILI



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Lots of spice adds a layer of warmth to this turkey chili that you can make in a slow-cooker. This recipe calls for boneless, skinless turkey thighs, serrano chiles, chipotle chile in adobo, whole peeled tomatoes, and chili powder.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless turkey thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
2 serrano chiles, seeded and minced
1 chipotle chile in adobo, seeded and minced
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, pureed
2 tablespoons chili powder
Coarse salt
2 cans (15.5 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine turkey, garlic, onion, serrano chiles, chipotle chile, tomato puree, chili powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook on high until turkey is fork-tender, 3 hours (or 6 hours on low).
  • Add beans and cook until warmed through, about 30 minutes more. Stir in vinegar and season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND TURKEY CHILI



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This is a delicious, filling chili. Serve topped with sour cream and tortilla chips!

Provided by CPolencheck

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground turkey breast
1 pound butternut squash - peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch dice
½ cup chicken broth
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
2 (14.5 ounce) cans petite diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans with liquid
1 (15.5 ounce) can white hominy, drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook and stir for 3 minutes, then add the turkey, and stir until crumbly and no longer pink.
  • Add the butternut squash, chicken broth, green chilies, tomatoes, kidney beans, hominy, and tomato sauce; season with chili powder, cumin, and garlic salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the squash is tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 709.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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Add butternut squash to chili for a tasty, filling, energy-packed dish your whole family will love. Mine does! -Jeanne Larson, Mission Viejo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef or turkey
3/4 cup chopped red onion
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 to 2 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 to 15 ounces) tomato sauce
3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash, (1/2-in. cubes)
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Optional: Chopped avocado, plain Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef and onion, crumbling meat, until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes., Add next 5 ingredients; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in water, both types of beans, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Stir in squash; simmer, covered, until squash is tender, 20-25 minutes. Stir in vinegar. , If desired, serve with chopped avocado, Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, toast the spices in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes before adding them to the chili.
  • If you don't have spaghetti squash, you can use other low-carb options like zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
  • To make the chili ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When you're ready to serve the chili, reheat it over medium heat until warmed through. You can also add some fresh chopped cilantro or avocado for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This spiced turkey chili with spaghetti squash is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this chili a try!

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